Traditional African religious beliefs include the existence of a Supreme Being who was the creator of everything. In addition, there are numerous other gods, or deities, that have other specific roles in the universe. These traditions also hold that there are human spirits and nature spirits among these deities. People who have died become human spirits and nature spirits include the sun, wind, mountains, and trees. All of these spirits have a life force beyond the physical world.

Question

What religious practice could have most likely resulted from the practices described in the passage?
A.
ancestor worship
B.
observing a holy day
C.
monotheism
D.
religious conversion

Answer 1

A. ancestor worship

The passage describes the belief in human spirits of the deceased, suggesting that reverence and veneration for ancestors would likely arise from these traditions. This practice aligns with ancestor worship, where the spirits of the dead are honored and respected.